Private Equity Fund Accounting & Administration, Officer

State Street•Boston, MA

2d•$70,000 - $122,500

About The Position

State Street is an industry leader in providing administrative fund services to both Hedge Fund and Private Equity managers within our Alternative Investment Solutions business group. Our PE team delivers customized service solutions for investment funds that have closed end structures and a variety of portfolio investments. This opportunity uniquely offers candidates the opportunity to service hybrid hedge and private equity products for industry leading asset managers. The PE NAV role is the hub in the delivery of administrative services. Employees interact daily with functional teams including; trade operations, investor services, custody, tax, and financial reporting locally and in globally diverse locations. As Fund Accounting & Administration, Officer you will Manage internal workflow and client deadlines Manage client relationships & liaising with client personnel on a daily basis Maintain good working relationship with all client contacts including investment professionals, investors, auditors lawyers, and banking personnel Overseeing the general ledger for various fund entities Work with internal teams both onshore and abroad Review quarterly and annual financial workpaper packages Review investor allocations and capital calls and distributions Review and/or prepare complex fee calculations management fees waterfall and capital account allocations etc. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

Requirements

Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills
An ability to be a leader within their team, as well as be a leader amongst your peers
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, which includes excellent time management and prioritization skills
Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure, and simultaneously handle multiple assignments
Excellent administrative and organizational with the proven ability to multi-task and to work efficiently to meet client deliverables
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
At least 5 to 6 years of Private Equity experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with alternative investment asset classes, complex fund structures and fee calculations desired

Responsibilities

Manage internal workflow and client deadlines
Manage client relationships & liaising with client personnel on a daily basis
Maintain good working relationship with all client contacts including investment professionals, investors, auditors lawyers, and banking personnel
Overseeing the general ledger for various fund entities
Work with internal teams both onshore and abroad
Review quarterly and annual financial workpaper packages
Review investor allocations and capital calls and distributions
Review and/or prepare complex fee calculations management fees waterfall and capital account allocations etc.

Benefits

generous medical care, insurance and savings plans
flexible Work Programs
wealth of development programs and educational support
paid volunteer days
matching gift programs
access to employee networks
retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages
paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities
access to our Employee Assistance Program
incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans)
eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans